1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2011 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1500 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 474 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3505 mm |